Exercise Specialist

Job Overview:

We are looking for an energetic and enthusiastic Exercise Specialist who is passionate about supporting healthy lifestyle habits to work at a high-profile company’s fitness center located in New York, NY.

What you will do:

• Conduct ongoing fitness consultations for participants, including movement screens, needs analyses and goal setting, in order to recommend appropriate fitness programming and complementary wellness services.
• Develop comprehensive progressive fitness programming to support and motivate participants and ensure a positive overall experience.
• Monitor, engage and instruct participants in the fitness center on the safe and effective use of cardiovascular, flexibility and strength training equipment within the facility.
• Educate participants on clinically proven health and fitness information, available fitness and engagement programming and complementary wellness services.
• Complete internal development courses through a learning management platform.
• Maintain positive customer and client experience by providing the highest quality of service.
  

What we are looking for:

• A bachelor’s degree in exercise science, kinesiology or a related field, or a NCCA-accredited personal training certification.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
• Industry knowledge in exercise testing (assessments) and exercise prescription (program design), and ability to operate various fitness tools and equipment.
• Ability to network, engage and interact with all clients, guests and members.
• Competence with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  

Perks of working at Plus One, an Optum company*:

Health and financial:

• Medical plan choices with Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Dental and Vision coverage plans
• 401(k) Retirement & Savings Plan
• Life Insurance (team member, spouse and dependents)
• Short and Long Term Disability Plans
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Transportation and Parking Plans
• Paid parental leave
  

Well-being:

• Paid time off
• Wellness rewards program
• Free memberships to various fitness facilities and wellness subscriptions
• 24/7 health and wellness support through the Employee Assistance program
• Entertainment and consumer discounts
• Dedication to ensuring a cohesive and inclusive culture led by an internal diversity, equity and inclusion council
  

Growth and development:

• Free professional development courses through internal learning management systems
• Discounted certifications through industry leading agencies
• Free CPR/AED certifications
• Free continuing education courses and credits
• Employee Referral Reward program

*Please note, some of the benefits listed above are only available to team members who work full time hours.

Equal opportunity statement

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere. Plus One, an Optum Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For residents of California, Colorado, Connecticut, New York City, and Washington only: The hourly rate for this position ranges from $15 to $25. Pay is based on several factors including, but not limited to, education, work experience, certifications, geographic differentials, and other business and organizational needs. In addition to the hourly rate, Plus One offers a comprehensive benefits package (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements), which includes health insurance, life and disability benefits, 401(k) plan, and paid time off. Plus One, an Optum Company, adheres to all federal, state, and local minimum wage requirements.